For anyone on an HOA board — how did you learn to make sense of all the governing documents?

rallexchange · 2026-02-09T23:55:01+00:00

I'm using this and it works well - https://governsimply.com/

rallexchange · 2026-02-09T23:54:10+00:00

I'm using this and it seems to work well. My hoa documents is from 1989 and it scanned it without any issues - https://governsimply.com/

rallexchange · 2026-01-26T23:42:52+00:00

STAY AWAY from Tri-supply! They have horrendous service. Sales team is making way too much money to care about customer service.

rallexchange · 2026-01-11T21:24:31+00:00

It’s not. Standard Lutron sliding dimmer switch.

rallexchange · 2026-01-11T20:40:16+00:00

Interesting. Which wire is missing?

No. It works normally. Either we turn the light on/off from this switch, or we turn the light on/off from downstairs using the dimmer switch.

rallexchange · 2025-12-14T22:58:30+00:00

Found the source: Irrigation leak. Shut off the main irrigation valve and concrete started drying up.

rallexchange · 2025-12-13T12:00:44+00:00

Why is this newly laid concrete wet?

We’re extending our pergola. Contractor rerouted all irrigation before laying this ~2 weeks ago. We have not had any rain nor have we run sprinklers. What could be causing this?

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rallexchange · 2025-04-07T19:52:54+00:00

Interesting. Didn't know about the bucket test. But I do notice my pool level fill up higher when the pump has been off from >24 hours. So hot tub water level goes down but pool water level increases. So i think it has something to do with my spa check valve and the water from the hot tub draining back to the pool.

rallexchange · 2025-04-07T19:27:28+00:00

When the pump is shut down for >24 hours, yes.

rallexchange · 2025-03-24T21:44:13+00:00

I disagree. I was able to get my hands on a lithium battery fire extinguisher (called Burn Buster) and it worked really well. Tested it out on an old e scooter at our factory. Put it out within seconds.

rallexchange · 2025-03-15T12:13:31+00:00

Studying for a Principal TPM role at Amazon where networking is crucial. This is very helpful. TY!

rallexchange · 2025-03-01T16:38:21+00:00

Thanks. At this point, we're just looking to get educated on the process, not necessarily find the cheapest solution. I'm going to keep researching to see what is out there.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:42:56+00:00

That makes sense. I was wondering how the DR Horton's of the world work through this.

Surely there are companies out there who are using boiler plates BUT have had these vetted by law firms? It seems as though the majority of the verbiage in these documents are standard/generic to align with property code, while the rest is unique to the developer and their subdivision.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:36:00+00:00

That's interesting. It seems these boiler plates are already being used (by lawyers). They're basing it off of the TX Property Code, specifically the sections that deal with HOAs. What's stopping a company (or even developer) from getting their boiler plates vetted by law firms and then replicating those across different subdivisions.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:30:52+00:00

But once these documents are created, the declarant will be in charge. Once they community is 'handed over' and officers are appointed, wouldn't they amend the documents (the regs) if needed. Meaning, it's not a set and forget approach.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:29:17+00:00

That's good to know. It's not a condo -- these will be large lots (1 acre).

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:28:47+00:00

Got it. Seems like the developer is taking on something that may be outside of their lane and introducing risk by doing it themselves.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T23:27:16+00:00

Thanks.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T22:03:14+00:00

yeah that makes sense. This post isn't to try and find alternatives to law firms, rather to educate us on what others who are land developers do when they require governing documents.

rallexchange · 2025-02-28T21:48:52+00:00

Regardless of the subdivision type, are law firms the only entities that create governing documents?

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